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Microsoft confirms April update breaks VPN, Windows 10, 11, & Server affected
A new bug every month, we are not even surprised anymore
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Published onMay 3, 2024
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Windows updates, though meant to enhance the feature set and boost security, often become the reason for broken functionality. And it has happened yet again. This time, it’s the Windows’ AprilKB5036893update to blame for issues with the VPN!
Microsoft hasacknowledged the issueon its official website. The description reads,
According to Microsoft, the affected versions/iterations include,
At this point, Microsoft hasn’t shared a resolution for the VPN connection failures after installing theKB5036893Windows update, and an investigation is still underway.
I can confirm that theKB5036893update is not affecting every device. It’s installed on my Windows 11 PC, and the device shows nosigns of lagsor throws ablue screen error, let alone trigger theVPN certificate validation error.
So, the issue might have to do with some local configuration incompatibility or third-party software conflict. Although, it’s best that we wait for Microsoft’s investigation report.
How do I get rid of VPN issues caused by the KB5036893 Windows update?
Since it’s a critical Windows update, we don’t recommend uninstallingKB5036893. The action will leave your PC vulnerable to threats patched in the update!
Also, if it’s been a while since you installedKB5036893, theUninstalloption could be missing. But you can always useadvanced ways to uninstall Windows updates.
We had previously reported how theKB5036893update is causing lags and BSOD errors. Countless reports emerged within days of Microsoft releasing the update. Let’s hope everything is patched in the next release!
Did you face VPN issues with the Windows’ April update? Let us know in the comments section.
More about the topics:VPN,windows 10,Windows 11
Kazim Ali Alvi
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Kazim has always been fond of technology, be it scrolling through the settings on his iPhone, Android device, or Windows PC. He’s specialized in hardware devices, always ready to remove a screw or two to find out the real cause of a problem.
Long-time Windows user, Kazim is ready to provide a solution for your every software & hardware error on Windows 11, Windows 10 and any previous iteration. He’s also one of our experts in Networking & Security.
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